The slave ship Américain began acquiring enslaved Africans for transportation to Martinique.

Vessel: Américain; flag: France; rig: Fregat; estimated standardized tonnage: 320.9. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Baillif, J.B. le; Captain: Lepinay; Investor: Compagnie des Indes. The voyage began at Lorient on 21 September 1728. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Whydah, Ouidah (Bight of Benin). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Martinique, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.